Freelance Friendly

The life of a freelancer may seem desirable and in many ways it is. No mind-numbing office chit chat, no intolerable bosses, and no I-4 commute. You can also wear pajamas for as long as you like and hide from anyone that might judge your greasy unkempt hair. However, unless you are a baller with a dedicated home office with all the trimmings of professionalism; your wobbly dining room table and constant barking of your dog can sometimes leave you wanting a change of scenery. Every now and then it's nice to get out among the living and find a comfy corner of the city to set up shop for a few hours. These spots aren't just limited to local coffee shops. Here is a list of well-known and maybe lesser-known spots where you can work while enjoying brief encounters with civilization.

Seating: Bar stools, limited tables and a few counter chairs. Outside lounge seating in the courtyard.

Wifi: Yes

Drinks & Snacks: Coffee, cold brew, teas and bakery items.

Bonus to working there: Friendly baristas like Natalie, Kristine, Nate, Mike and others. They have a great staff. You can also walk down to Buttermilk Bakery or grab something healthy at Eden's Fresh next door.

Seating: Inside the Bank of America bottom floor next to the coffee bar. Tip: there is free parking in the valet lane on Livingston or in the bank/ATM lot in spots marked DoveCote valet before 5:30 pm.

Wifi: Yes

Drinks & Snacks: Full coffee bar and baked goods.

Bonus to working there: Getting to laugh at all the suits that walk down from their high rise offices thinking that isn't me anymore